India, June 14 -- Punjab's anti-drug campaign Yudh Nashean Virudh has facilitated treatment, de-addiction and rehabilitation support for more than 90,000 people affected by substance abuse since its launch in March 2025, according to Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh.

The minister said the campaign combines enforcement against drug traffickers with prevention, treatment and rehabilitation measures. Between March 1, 2025, and May 2026, over 90,000 individuals were admitted to de-addiction centres and Outpatient Opioid Assisted Treatment (OOAT) centres across the state.

Dr Balbir Singh said the fight against drugs cannot rely solely on police action and enforcement.

"As part of prevention and rehabilitation efforts, more...